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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1955
Page
11
New York reports 1955 U S health record unusually favorable with death rate near 2 per 1 000 and output for 1956 also positive. Notable drops include tuberculosis mortality below 10 per 100 000 and infant plus maternal mortality near historic lows.
The article notes a shift toward longer television formats as 99 minute plus programs become common in 1956. It cites audience ratings, health trends, and a public appetite for drama and humor, with viewers drawn to big, lasting productions and recognizable entertainers.
The Pennsylvania Bureau of Motor Vehicles prepares a large mail out of driver license applications to residents nationwide and internationally. About 4.6 million applications will be mailed this week, with 1954 figures showing over 3.4 million mailed and a postage total of 504 dollars. The program targets operators, embassy staff, airline workers, and other personnel, with licenses priced at one dollar postage paid.
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